Tuesday, June 30, 2020

Pennsylvania L& I Extends Unemployment Compensation Benefits for 13 More Weeks

On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jerry Oleksiak announced that people who exhaust their regular unemployment compensation (UC) and federal Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) may now qualify for 13 additional weeks of payments through the state's Unemployment Compensation Extended Benefits program.

State Police Major Case Team Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting After Pursuit through Schuylkill, Luzerne Counties and Standoff

The Pennsylvania State Police Troop N Major Case team is investigating the officer-involved shooting that occurred after a pursuit and standoff in Hazleton late Monday.

Skook News Obituaries for 06/29/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 06/29/2020

Monday, June 29, 2020

Suspect Dead in Pursuit that Began in Schuylkill County and Led to Standoff in Hazleton

The suspect in a pursuit that began in Schuylkill County on Monday is dead after a standoff in Hazleton.

CRIMESTOPPERS: State Troopers and Butler Township Police Asking for Help Locating Schuylkill County Man Missing for Two Weeks

The Pennsylvania State Police Troop L – Frackville and Butler Twp. Police are investigating the missing person of Josh Phillippy from Main Street, Ashland, the Village of Lavelle, Butler Township.

Geisinger St. Luke’s Medical Office Building Now Open in Orwigsburg

The Geisinger St. Luke’s medical office building on the Geisinger St. Luke’s Hospital campus is now open, offering additional space to continue providing care closer to home for residents of Schuylkill and Berks counties.

Pursuit Involving Tractor Trailer Begins near Frackville; Incident Ongoing near Hazleton

A pursuit involving a tractor trailer began near Frackville on Monday afternoon.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Pottsy Hill Closed Monday Afternoon Due to a Disabled Tractor Trailer

As of 3:00pm, Monday, The Pottsy Hill is closed near Mahanoy City.

Ringtown Library Announces New Innovative Program to Engage Families to Get Outdoors and Read

On Monday, the Ringtown Area Library unveiled it’s first ever StoryWalk© for all to enjoy.

Tractor Trailer Overturns Spilling Paint Along Interstate 81 in Lebanon County

Early Sunday, a crash on Interstate 81 left a mess in Lebanon County.

Skook News Obituaries for 06/28/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 06/28/2020

Sunday, June 28, 2020

Clinic "Kicks It" for High School Football Players

On Sunday afternoon, a special football clinic was held in Ashland for High School football players from around the area.

Inaugural LGBTQ+ Festival Advocates Unity, Tolerance, Inclusion, Peace, and Love

While wearing their pride colors and carrying rainbow flags, hundreds of people visited Pottsville Lions Club Amphitheater at Gen. George A. Joulwan East Side Park on Saturday for the Inaugural LGBTQ+ Festival.

Skook News Obituaries for 06/27/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 06/27/2020

Saturday, June 27, 2020

Power Outage Reported near Tamaqua

A power outage affecting hundreds of home has been reported Saturday afternoon.

Neighboring Girardville Brings Supplies to Gilberton Flood Victims

On Friday evening, Girardville Borough officials dropped off donated supplies for the victims of the Gilberton flooding.

Minor Injuries Reported in Mahanoy Township Crash

One person suffered minor injuries in a crash in Mahanoy Township early Saturday.

Skook News Obituaries for 06/26/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 06/26/2020

Friday, June 26, 2020

Schuylkill County Commissioner George Halcovage Under Investigation

Schuylkill County officials said Friday that Schuylkill County Commissioner George Halcovage is currently under investigation.

Knoebels Officially Announces Opening Date

On Friday, Knoebels Amusement Resort officially announced they will open next week.

Parade to be Held in Gordon for Purple Heart, Silver Star Recipient and World War II Veteran

Michael Wynne Sr, of Gordon, a veteran will turn 99 on July 29th, and the members of the community are organizing a special parade in his honor.

99 New Pennsylvania State Troopers Graduate from the State Police Academy

On Friday, Colonel Robert Evanchick, commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police, announced that 99 cadets graduated from the State Police Academy in Hershey and have been assigned to troops across the commonwealth. The men and women represent the 159th graduating cadet class.

Skook News Obituaries for 06/25/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 06/25/2020

Thursday, June 25, 2020

Man Transported to Hospital After Crashing through Fence in Mahanoy City

A man was transported to the hospital Thursday morning after crashing through a fence in Mahanoy City.

Ashland Woman Wakes Up in Middle of the Night to Person Sitting in Bedroom Petting Her Dog

An Ashland woman woke up to find a person she didn't know sitting her in bedroom and petting her dog early Wednesday.

Five Injured, Four Flown After Crash in Walker Township on Wednesday

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, five people were injured in a crash in Walker Township on Wednesday.

House Fire Quickly Knocked by Fast Acting Neighbors and Firefighters in Frackville


Thanks to fast acting neighbors, a house fire was stopped before causing any major damage to a home in Frackville.

Pickup Truck Taken for Joyride in Hegin Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating an incident of criminal mischief in Hegins Township.

State Police Investigating Vandalism to Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 Property

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating vandalism that occurred on Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 property last week.

Skook News Obituaries for 06/24/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 06/24/2020

Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Police Investigating Money Stolen from Wallet at Motel near Frackville

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a theft that allegedly occurred at a motel near Frackville.

Mount Carmel Man Denied Bail After High Speed Pursuit Ended near Shenandoah

A Mount Carmel man has been identified as the person police took into custody after a pursuit that started in Luzerne County and ended in Schuylkill.

UPDATE: Dauphin County Teen Found Safe


A teen that was reported missing from Dauphin County has been found safe.

Flag Stolen from Porch of Home in East Brunswick Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating the theft of a flag that was on a porch in East Brunswick Township.

Skook News Obituaries for 06/23/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 06/23/2020

One Injured After Driver Fails to Stop at Red Light in Deer Lake

One person was injured Tuesday after a driver failed to stop at a red light on Route 895.

Man Flown After Norwegian Township Crash on Tuesday

A crash on Tuesday in Norwegian Township is believed to be caused by a medical issue.

Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Two Schuylkill County Men Charged for Leaving Girardville Man's Body in Dauphin County Park

Two men from Schuylkill County have been charged after they left a man's body in a park in Dauphin County on Monday.

Schuylkill County Students Graduate from Reach Cyber Charter School

Five graduating students from Schuylkill County were celebrated by friends, family, and faculty as members of Reach Cyber Charter School’s Class of 2020. 

Man Leads Police in Pursuit from Hazleton Area to Mahanoy Township

An attempted traffic stop in the Hazleton area led to a nearly 20 mile pursuit into Schuylkill County on Monday.

North Schuylkill School Board Approves 2020-2021 Budget and Other Items During June Monthly

The North Schuylkill School Board held their monthly meeting on June 17th, 2020 in the High School's LGI Boardroom.

Child Found in Car After Woman Overdoses in Rush Township

A child is safe after being found in a car with an unresponsive female as a result of an overdose.

Monday, June 22, 2020

Skook News Obituaries for 06/22/2020



Skook News Obituaries for 06/22/2020

Schuylkill County Police Log for 06/22/2020


Schuylkill County Police Log for 06/22/2020

Diocese Announces Closure of Former Church Building in Saint Clair and Merger of Parishes in Minersville

On Sunday, the Diocese of Allentown announced the closure of a building in St. Clair and the merger of Minersville parishes.

Man Locked up in Schuylkill County Prison for Burglary in Girardville

A man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison for breaking into and entering a home in Girardville on Friday.

Inaugural LGBTQ+ Festival This Saturday in Pottsville

This Saturday, the Inaugural LGBTQ+ Celebration at Gen. Goerge Joulwan East Side Park and amphitheater in Pottsville

Gular Powers to Big Diamond victory, Stillwagon wins URC season opener, Manmiller Wins his First Sportsman Feature

Fighting the weather all night, Big Diamond Speedway persevered and the large crowd of fans on hand were treated to another great night of racing. 

Woman Scammed Out of $67,000 by Fake Employer

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a report of theft by deception in the North Union Township section of Eagle Rock.

Skook News Obituaries for 06/21/2020



Skook News Obituaries for 06/21/2020

Sunday, June 21, 2020

Ashland Man Wanted for Assault and Cruelty to Animals

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an incident that involved an alleged assault and hitting a dog with a bat.

Victim ID'd in Fatal Foster Township Crash

The victim in a fatal crash in Foster Township was identified by police.